[MattUK]

Hi,

Having driven M cars for 14 years, then moving to a X3 3.0 M Sport am considering changing, and its either going to be an M5 or X5 M50D.

Curious to know if anyone here could provide some real world feedback on how happy they are with their M5, what kind of MPG they are getting etc, any negatives?

I've spec'd up my M5 already and im discussions with the dealer, so always wanted what in your view, were essential options to have and why?

The spec I've selected (UK Spec) is;

Monte Carlo Blue (Would have loved a frozen colour but not available here)
Black Leather interior
Piano Black Trim
20" Black Wheels
Harmon Kardon
Powered Boot (Trunk) Lid
Sun Protection Glass
Steering Wheel Heating
Seat Ventilation Front
Lumbar Support
M-Multi Function Seats (Do this act like the F60 seats?)
Surround View / Reversing Camera
Speed Limit Display

Was tempted to go with the LED lights, but they're quite pricey and I'm not sure how much better than the Xenons they are going to be (I do a lot of country road driving so I do like bright lights).

Thank you!